I came across Fort Western in Augusta, Maine, quite by accident. As I was driving through Augusta, on my Maine road trip, I noticed a sign for Fort Western. Following that sign, I had no idea what a unique piece of history I had found. Come along on a tour of Fort Western with meContinue reading “Old Fort Western: Where History Comes to Life”
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Ontario Travel: Sharon Temple: A Unique Step Back in History
This week, our Ontario travel destination is the Sharon Temple in Sharon, Ontario. Located just north of Toronto, The Sharon Temple building has a unique and powerful story. Come along with me and discover how a small group of people helped change the course of history in our country. Walking into the Welcome Center, A wonderful young lady namedContinue reading “Ontario Travel: Sharon Temple: A Unique Step Back in History”
Feature Travel Blog: Boston: More Than Just a Tea Party
It is no secret if I had to pick a favorite city it would be Boston. The diversity of the city in both landscapes and architecture. The culture of the people mixed with that sweet Massachusetts accent creates a magic that is not to be passed over. Let’s go take a tour and I willContinue reading “Feature Travel Blog: Boston: More Than Just a Tea Party”
Feature Travel Blog: Base31: Celebrating the Past by Creating a Future
I had a chance to visit Base31 in Picton, Ontario in August for a short visit and knew I had to go back for a longer one. The history in this place is fascinating. The innovation using “creative placemaking” to bring it back to life is extraordinary! I sent them an email to see ifContinue reading “Feature Travel Blog: Base31: Celebrating the Past by Creating a Future”
Elk Lake Wilderness Resort: The Perfect Northern Getaway
I took a break from searching Ontario for the strange and Interesting and found cozy and comfortable. As mentioned last week I was going to stay at a wilderness resort. My daughter Tanya and her family had rented a cottage and invited me to come spend some vacation time with them. I am so gladContinue reading “Elk Lake Wilderness Resort: The Perfect Northern Getaway”
Visit the Famous and the Infamous at Kingston Penitentiary
Old architecture and interesting history has always fascinated me. Kingston is filled with both. Working in Kingston a few years ago, a coworker and I went and toured the museum at the Wardens House of Kingston Penitentiary. It is so interesting and shows a part of prison life from the 1800’s to the present. AtContinue reading “Visit the Famous and the Infamous at Kingston Penitentiary”
Food and Travel: My Top 4 Restaurants
Traveling to different areas does not only give you different scenery it also opens the world to different foods. I love to eat but I will confess that I am a little particular, we will call it. I love fish and chips on the coast but I really do not like fish. Particular right? HavingContinue reading “Food and Travel: My Top 4 Restaurants”
A Chipmunk Tour: Jack Daniel’s Distillery, Lynchburg Tennessee
I was delighted when I realized how close I was to Lynchburg Tennesse and the Jack Daniel’s Distillery. I am not really much of a drinker but if I am going to have one, Jack will be my choice. Three ice cubes in a whiskey glass please. I also like the Winter Jack. Warm aContinue reading “A Chipmunk Tour: Jack Daniel’s Distillery, Lynchburg Tennessee”
Newfoundland Accommodation: Genevieve Bay Inn: A Home Away from Home
Finding Our First Newfoundland Accommodation Coming off the ferry into St. Barbe, we looked at accommodations in the area. Tired from the long but wonderful trip through Quebec and Labrador. We just needed a place to shower, do laundry, and rest for a day before exploring this beautiful island. I also had a blog toContinue reading “Newfoundland Accommodation: Genevieve Bay Inn: A Home Away from Home”